Weekend Activity Leader

Miami Campus

At EF Language Abroad, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, we've helped millions of students discover new places, embrace diverse cultures, and gain fresh perspectives.

We offer immersive short-term and long-term language courses and programs across different languages in the countries where they're spoken. Together, our global staff help students from around the world develop the language skills they need to achieve their dreams.

EF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.

Are you ready for a dynamic weekend role in a truly international environment?

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and people-focused Weekend Activity Leaders to lead exciting excursions and experiences for our international students in Florida and its surroundings.

As a Weekend Activity Leader, you will deliver and guide fun, engaging, and well-organized weekend activities and excursions using EF's resources and your own creativity. You will work closely with groups of international minors’ students throughout the day, ensuring their safety and wellbeing while creating unforgettable experiences during their language trip abroad.

Whether you're leading students on a visit to Key West, taking a trip to the Orlando theme parks, or chaperoning them to Bahamas day tours, you'll play a key role in helping students make lifelong memories while practicing their English in real-world settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise weekend excursions, activities, and events
• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and welfare of all students at all times.
• Deliver engaging, organized, and enjoyable experiences using EF activity plans and your own creative ideas.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and energetic atmosphere for students from around the world.
• Manage group attendance, transportation logistics, and schedules during excursions.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies, incidents, and crises by following EF's safety, safeguarding, and emergency response protocols, ensuring student welfare and communicating promptly with management.
• Communicate clearly with the Activities Manager and other team members before, during, and after events.
• Handle minor behavioral or welfare concerns calmly and professionally, escalating when appropriate.
• Represent EF professionally while interacting with students, vendors, partners, and the public.
• Encourage students to participate, socialize, and make the most of their language experience.
• Complete required documentation, reports and follow all EF safety and safeguarding procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Energetic, outgoing, and confident personality.
• Passion for working with young people from diverse cultures.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Comfortable leading and supervising groups in public settings.
• Responsible, punctual, and dependable.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in busy or unexpected situations.
• Team-oriented with a positive, flexible attitude.
• Previous experience in youth programs, camps, education, hospitality, tourism, customer service, or event coordination is a plus.
• Familiarity with Miami and South Florida attractions is preferred.

Schedule

This is a weekend position , with shifts primarily on Saturdays and Sundays . Additional hours may be available during peak periods or special events.

What EF Offers

• Discounts on EF programs for staff, friends, and family.
• Free use of EF Hello, our premium language learning app.
• Opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within EF.
• A fun, collaborative, and international working environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students from around the world.

Why You'll Love Working Here

This is one of the most fun, high-energy places you'll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they've been here 10 minutes or 10 years), and they'll probably tell you the same thing: it's the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international, and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation, and mutual support.

Every weekend brings new adventures, new cultures, and new opportunities to help students build confidence, create friendships, and experience everything Miami has to offer.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is $15 per hour . This is a part time position.

About EF

At EF Language Abroad, we are dedicated to our mission of opening the world through education , harnessing the power of language learning to deepen connections between people across the globe.

Founded in 1965, EF (Education First) is a global education company with a shared mission of opening the world through education through language, academics, cultural exchange, and educational travel.

Some companies are in the business of technology.

Others are in the business of finance, sports, or soft drinks.

At EF, we're in a different kind of business.

We're in the business of understanding.

For more than 60 years, we've helped people experience the world in ways that challenge perspectives, overcome barriers, and build greater understanding across cultures. With offices in more than 50 countries and a global team of passionate professionals, EF continues to create life-changing educational experiences for millions of students every year.

Ready to make a difference while having fun? Apply today and help create unforgettable weekends for students from around the world!

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